Tony Vitello unleashes profane tirade, Giants unravel in historic loss
San Francisco Chronicle • • sports
Key Points:
- The San Francisco Giants lost a 10-9 game to the Cincinnati Reds after blowing a six-run ninth-inning lead, marking the largest blown ninth-inning lead in Giants history and continuing their bullpen struggles.
- Rookie reliever Dylan Smith, who had been reliable, gave up a grand slam to Eugenio Suárez and allowed the Reds to tie the game, resulting in a loss despite his previous strong performance.
- Giants manager Tony Vitello was ejected early in the game after disputing a close call, showing visible frustration and energy in defending his team and starter Logan Webb.
- Rafael Devers, the only player from the Opening Day lineup, hit a two-run homer and has been a consistent power threat, appearing in all 133 games this season and showing leadership among younger players.
- The Giants have lost nine games this season when leading going into the ninth inning, the most in the National League, highlighting ongoing late-game bullpen issues.
